1) In 1913, the first national Women's Suffrage Parade was held in Washington, D.C. on March 3rd which many believe paved the way for the passing of the 19th Amendment. On March 26th, 1919 the Senate passed the amendment, giving women the right to vote.

2) On March 26th, 1936, the iconic Tacoma Narrows Bridge opened to the public in Washington state. Unfortunately, only four months later the bridge famously collapsed due to extreme wind conditions, leading to the redesign of suspension bridges.

3) In 1975, Washington state officially became the first state to adopt a law prohibiting discrimination based on sexual orientation. This progressive move set the stage for the nationwide legalization of same-sex marriage in 2015.

4) On March 26th, 1999, the WTO protests took place in Seattle, making international headlines. Protestors gathered to express their concern about trade and how it would impact labor standards and human rights globally. The protests led to a state of emergency and the mayor of Seattle declaring curfew.

5) In 2013, the Washington State Legislature passed a bill legalizing marijuana for recreational use, becoming the second state in the nation to do so after Colorado. This move towards decriminalization has had a significant impact on the state's economy and the broader conversation around drug policy nationwide.